Differential Gear Assembly: Disassembly

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2007 Lincoln MKX and 2007 Ford Edge. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

All vehicles

NOTE: Front wheel drive (FWD) shown, all wheel drive (AWD) similar.

Inspect the differential bearings for damage or excessive wear. Install new bearings if necessary.

Fig 1: Inspecting Differential Bearings For Damage

Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.

Front wheel drive (FWD) vehicles

Using the special tools, remove the differential carrier bearing from the differential assembly.

Fig 2: Removing Differential Carrier Bearing From Differential Assembly Using Special Tools (205-069, 205-D064, 205-D015)

Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.

All wheel drive (AWD) vehicles

Using the special tools, remove the differential carrier bearings from the differential assembly.

Fig 3: Removing Differential Carrier Bearing From Differential Assembly Using Special Tools (205-069, 205-D064, 205-D015)

Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.

All vehicles

Using the special tools, remove the differential carrier bearing from the differential assembly.

Fig 4: Removing Differential Carrier Bearing From Differential Assembly Using Special Tools (205-069, 205-D064, 205-D015)

Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.

Inspect the differential assembly and the ring gear for damage and replace if necessary.